About the job
Join Our Team of Exceptional Educators
At KIPP Chicago, we are dedicated to attracting, nurturing, and retaining a diverse and talented team of educators. Our schools are chosen by students and families because of the extraordinary teachers who make a difference. Our educators collaborate to ensure that every student not only achieves academically but also thrives personally. We are passionate about our mission, results-driven, and deeply committed to fostering an environment of care, resilience, joy, and humility. Joining KIPP Chicago feels like coming home to many of us; it is the school environment we always hoped to find. If you believe that every student has the potential to learn and you are excited about working alongside passionate educators to create an equitable and inclusive school environment, we want to hear from you.
About the Role of Multilingual Learners Teacher
KIPP Chicago is looking for Bilingual Multilingual Learners Teachers who are fluent in Spanish and hold the necessary licensure to support English Learners with direct instruction and additional resources within the general instructional program. This role is crucial in ensuring that students maintain academic progress in core subjects while developing English proficiency in line with their individual ACCESS goals.
With eight campuses across the city, our Elementary Schools serve grades K-4 and our Middle Schools serve grades 5-8. As a candidate, you will be considered for openings at any campus that aligns with your experience.
Key Responsibilities
Uphold the belief that all students can achieve success.
Foster a growth mindset for self and colleagues, committing to continuous professional development.
Embrace and advance KIPP Chicago's mission and vision while actively pursuing anti-racism.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.
Instruction and Assessment
Craft individualized learning plans based on ACCESS language test results, developing differentiated lesson plans to enhance English language skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Conduct English as a Second Language lessons with small groups to enhance students' English proficiency.
Provide bilingual instruction as needed to support English Learners.